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IN1501, IN1503
Regulatory models: P1501, P1503
009-1313-02
DISPERINDAG No. 0287/1.824.51/09.03
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Declaration of Conformity FCC Warning Manufacturer: InFocus Corporation, 13190 SW 68th Parkway, Portland, Oregon This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 97223-8368 USA following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that We declare under our sole responsibility that this projector conforms to the may cause undesired operation. following dire
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Table of Contents Introduction 3 Positioning the projector 5 Projector and device connector guide 6 Connecting a computer source 9 Required computer connections (DisplayLink or VGA) 9 Optional computer connections 9 Displaying an image 10 Adjusting the image 11 Connecting a video device 12 Video device connections 13 Composite video connection 13 HDMI 1.3 connection 13 VGA connection 13 Component video connection 13 Shutting down the projector 14 Troubleshooting your setup 14 Using the remote
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2’ / 0.6 m 8’/2.4m • Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Servicing your own projector Important Operating Considerations for Safety can be dangerous to you and will void the warranty. • Refer to this guide for proper startup and shutdown procedures. • Only use replacement parts specified by InFocus. Unauthorized substitutions • Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the projector. may result in fire, electrical shock, or injury, and may void the warranty • Place
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Introduction Your new digital projector is simple to connect, easy to use, and straightforward to maintain. It is a versatile projector that is flexible enough for business presentations zoom (rear ring) and home video viewing too. The IN1501 has native XGA 1024x768 resolution, touch keypad and the IN1503 has WXGA 1280x800 resolution. This guide applies to all products. focus (front ring) They are compatible with a wide variety of computers and video devices. Product specifications To read th
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Connector panel The projector provides both computer and video connection options, including: • VGA computer • HDMI composite LitePort (IN1503 only) audio in • Composite video video HDMI • USB DisplayLink connector, for computer audio/video input. This USB computer connection also provides slide advance (and mouse control when used with an optional remote control only) • LitePort, for connecting a USB flash drive containing images. • Audio input for video and computer. DisplayLink security lo
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Positioning the projector 10 ft high 10 ft high (IN1503) (IN1501) To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your image image screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Here are some general guidelines: Projection angle Projection angle • Position the projector on a flat surface at a right angle to the screen. The bottom of image 1.2 bottom of image projector must be at least 4.9 feet (1
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Table 2: (IN1503) Range of distance to the screen for a given screen size Distance to screen Minimum Maximum Diagonal Screen distance (inches/ Distance Size (inches/m) m) (inches/m) 90/2.3 55/1.4 66/1.7 150/3.8 92/2.3 110/2.8 7
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Connecting a computer source DisplayLink connect USB cable If you have a Windows or Macintosh computer, connect the USB cable between your computer's USB port and the projector's DisplayLink connector*. Then to begin installation of the DisplayLink software: MOLEX MOLEX Windows: Follow the instructions on the screen. Macintosh: A folder will open containing a file named DisplayLink Installer.pkg. Open that file and follow the instructions on the screen. connect VGA cable * For detailed Displ
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Displaying an image press Power button Touch the Power button. The Power button blinks green and the fans start to run. When the lamp comes on, the start up screen displays and the Power button is steady green. It can take a minute for the image to achieve full brightness. ? No start up screen? Get help on page 14. turn on computer or Turn on your computer or video device. video device The image should appear on the projection screen. If it doesn’t, press the Source button on the projector’s
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Adjusting the image adjust height If necessary, adjust the height of the projector by pressing the elevator foot release button to extend the foot. release button If necessary, rotate the leveling foot located at the rear of the projector. elevator foot Avoid placing your hands near the hot exhaust vent at the side of the projector. adjust distance Position the projector the desired distance from the screen at a 90 degree angle to the screen. See page 6 for a table listing screen sizes and di
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What is Aspect Ratio? 4:3 screen 16:9 screen Aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to image height. Standard TV screens and older laptops are 4:3; HDTV and most DVDs are 16:9; and widescreen computers are 16:10. If you are projecting onto a screen, the size/shape of the screen will influence the aspect ratio you decide to use. If you are projecting onto a 4:3 blank wall, there are no screen size restrictions. What you plan to project will also mode help you choose between 4:3, 16:9
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To take advantage of HDMI 1.3 Deep Color (30 bit) you must have a 1.3- Connecting a video device compatible source. You can connect video devices such as VCRs, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, video game consoles, HDTV receivers, and TV tuners to the projector. VGA connection You can connect the audio directly to the projector to get sound from the built-in If your video device has a 15-pin VGA output, plug one end of the included speaker, or you can bypass the projector’s audio sys
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The Status Indicator Panel on top of the projector indicates the state of the projector Shutting down the projector and can help you troubleshoot. The projector automatically displays a black screen after no active source is detected for 30 minutes. This black screen helps preserve the life of the projector. The image returns when an active source is detected or a remote or keypad button is pressed. Table 3: Status indicator light behavior and meaning Screen Save Time Icon Meaning You can ma
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A A Problem Solution Result No start up screen Correct image Plug power cord into the projector press power button If your computer is using the projector's DisplayLink connector, see the DisplayLink Computer image projected Only start up screen appears Software User's Guide for troubleshooting information. Press the Source button activate laptop’s external port Restart laptop 14 Startup Screen Startup Screen A
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A A A A Problem Solution Result Press the Auto Image button on keypad adjust computer No computer image, just the words “Signal out of Computer image projected refresh rate in Control Panel > Display > Settings > range” Advanced > Adapter (location varies by operating system) You may also need to set a different resolution on your computer, as shown in the following problem, “image fuzzy or cropped” If your computer is using the DisplayLink connector, use Only my laptop’s background appear
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Problem Solution Result Image fuzzy or cropped Set your computer’s display resolution to the native Image clear and not cropped resolution of the projector (Start > Settings > Control Panel > Display > Settings tab) A A A For a laptop, disable laptop monitor or turn- on dual-display mode Image not centered on screen Move projector, adjust zoom, adjust height Correct image Adjust horizontal or vertical position in Advanced Picture menu 16
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Problem Solution Result Image not square Adjust Keystone on keypad Square image Image not sharp Adjust Sharpness in the Basic Picture menu Correct image Image does not fit 4:3 or 16:9 screen Change aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 in Basic Correct image Picture>Aspect ratio menu 17
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Problem Solution Result Image upside down Turn off Ceiling Mount in Setup menu Correct image A Image reversed left to right Turn off Rear Project in Setup menu Correct image A Projected colors don’t match source Adjust color, tint, brightness, contrast in the Basic Correct image Picture menu COLOR COLOR 18
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A B A B Problem Solution Result The video embedded in my PowerPoint If your computer is using the projector's DisplayLink Embedded video plays correctly presentation does not play on the screen connector, see the DisplayLink Software User's Guide for video troubleshooting information. Turn off the internal LCD display on your laptop Lamp won’t turn on, Temperature light is on Make sure vents aren’t blocked, turn off the projector Lamp turns on and allow it to cool for one minute Temperature li
